Ratby dog walk in the forest, Leicestershire
A popular dog walking wood, with a surprising variety of trees. Don't be put off by the closeness of the motorway, you're not really aware of it once over the bridge.
A popular dog walking wood, with a surprising variety of trees. Don't be put off by the closeness of the motorway, you're not really aware of it once over the bridge.
A brisk trot up to the Ridgeway with the dog, and then refreshments in a 17th century dog-friendly inn.
Dog access to the small rocky beach is allowed all year round.
As soon as you walk around the first corner in the lane from the car park, the noise and fumes of the traffic drop away, and the sense of space and quiet here is totally amazing.
A lovely village pub where everyone is warmly welcomed including the dog. A great place to break your journey and enjoy an easy-going walk.
Varied parkland, with woods, open space and some very pretty ponds. We were charmed by the Common and it's an excellent spot for a gentle dog walk.
Everyone will love a close up view of the wooden toll bridge, signal box and the artful conversion of the station into hotel accommodation. Could anyone not want to stay a few nights on Platform 1?
A marvellous dog walk, with an astonishing historic earthwork to keep kids of all ages guessing who built it, and why.
An enormous Forestry Commission run forest park, with plenty for dogs, kids and walkers to enjoy.
A fine place for a family and dog break where there's something to please everyone. At first you see the cafe and fun children's play area, and then you realise that there's a lot more going on here.
This is a great place to stop for a piece of real rural quiet.
Roaring log fires in winter, and wall-to-wall dogs - this is the place to live the canine dream! Refurbished and under new management, and still a great pub with superb food.